Bachelor in Nursing

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Apr 1, 2027, while tuition costs 10,108 CAD per year.

The Bachelor in Nursing program at the University of Manitoba is a 28-month degree for students who want to become nurses. It helps students learn about nursing and get hands-on experience. The program is taught in English and is available in Winnipeg, The Pas, and Thompson.

The curriculum includes courses like Client and Context, Health and Illness, and Nursing Practice. Students learn about human growth and development, pathophysiology, and pharmacology. They also get to practice their nursing skills in clinical settings.

After graduating, students can work as Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, or Nurse Educators. They can work in hospitals, clinics, or community health organizations. Some employers include the Canadian Red Cross, the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, and the Government of Manitoba.

The University of Manitoba, founded in 1877 in Winnipeg, is the oldest university in western Canada and a major public research institution. With roughly 29,000 students and about 4,000 international students, the university offers a welcoming and diverse campus experience. Its location provides access to cultural attractions, outdoor recreation and a supportive prairie community.

Academically the university offers more than 260 programs spanning faculties such as Engineering, Architecture, Health Sciences, Business and Agriculture, many of which are research active and professionally accredited. The campus hosts centers for global public health, functional foods and other applied research that connect students with real-world problems and industry partners, while student services emphasize academic advising, career planning and wellbeing.

International students benefit from extensive supports including orientation, visa guidance and targeted scholarships, along with numerous experiential learning and co-op opportunities in Winnipeg and beyond. For students seeking a research-led education with strong community engagement and practical pathways into professional fields, the University of Manitoba presents a balanced choice combining academic excellence, campus life and regional opportunity.